New ZealandWorkers escape unharmed after stray spark ignites metal business in NapierEveryone escaped unharmed after a stray spark set Galvanising Hawke's Bay alight.09 Jan 12:48 AM
New ZealandPerson found dead after Wellington house fireOne person has been found dead following a house fire in Wellington.02 Jan 10:13 PM
New ZealandOne dead, seven others injured in crash that closed SH2 near Waihi for hoursTwo other people remain in a critical condition, police say.02 Jan 05:58 PM
New ZealandNYE fireworks blaze: People seen leaving US billionaire’s property in black Range RoverLocals outraged over lack of apology for fire and question permission given for fireworks02 Jan 03:56 AM
New ZealandFirefighters race to save farmhouse, douse hedge fire in SouthlandFire and Emergency NZ said spark from ride-on lawnmower hitting a stone started grass fire01 Jan 06:43 AM
New ZealandUS billionaire’s controversial Arrowtown New Year's fireworks spark large fireAngry locals had petitioned against tycoon's extravagant pyrotechnics plans.31 Dec 10:21 PM
New ZealandOne dead after SH1 crash in Northland, highway closedEmergency services responded to the incident near Brynderwyn this afternoon.31 Dec 04:35 AM
WorldTwenty-six bodies found as search ends at burned-out Cambodian casino hotelThe fire may have been caused by New Year’s holiday decorations.30 Dec 08:42 PM
New ZealandChch building on fire - ‘explosions’ heard, smoke billowing towards cityFire and Emergency say four firetrucks and an aerial unit are responding to the blaze.29 Dec 07:20 PM
New ZealandWatch: Boat on fire on Lake TaupōThe medium size boat was fully engulfed on Lake Taupō. Video / SuppliedWatch26 Dec 10:03 PM
PremiumPremiumConstructionNZ's busiest housing developer holding $152.4m of investor funds longer"Adverse market conditions" cited in letters to wholesale investors22 Dec 09:58 PM
New ZealandPerson arrested after Christchurch house fire; a second blaze is being investigatedAn 18-year-old woman has been arrested on charges of wilfully setting fire to property.21 Dec 09:21 PM
New ZealandFirefighters back in business as 18-month dispute officially settledThe vote to ratify the settlement of the dispute passed with almost 98 per cent approval.20 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandFirefighters are set to get a pay rise for ChristmasThe protracted industrial dispute is on track to be resolved by the end of next week.17 Dec 11:15 PM
New ZealandFamily of missing boy thank searchers, Aus gunman father speaks out & one lotto player $6.3m richer | Focus Morning Bulletin: 15 December, 2022 Family involved in Manukau Habour boating tragedy speak, major cutbacks on the way for Auckland and big wins in last night’s Lotto draw in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ HeraldWatch14 Dec 04:49 PM
New ZealandFire crews at blaze in Christchurch buildingFour fire trucks are currently at the scene08 Dec 07:00 PM
New ZealandEmergency services respond to Christchurch paragliding accidentThe person was airlifted out after the incident on Summit Rd, Sumner.08 Dec 07:08 AM
New Zealand'Fallen short': Poor behaviour continues at Fire and Emergency NZ - reviewAn independent report found poor behaviour still remains at the organisation.07 Dec 10:28 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: FENZ under fireFirefighters worried about mental stress, equipment failure and carcinogens.03 Dec 09:29 PM
New ZealandAuckland mall evacuated over fire fears; Xmas shoppers told to leaveEmergency services responded to NorthWest Shopping Centre just after 4pm.03 Dec 03:42 AM
New ZealandWatch: Occupants escape blazing SUVOccupants of an SUV badly damaged by fire on State Highway 1 north of Dunedin have escaped without injury. Video / ODTWatch30 Nov 01:19 AM
TravelHow a firefighter strike could effect your Aussie holidayAirport firefighters say understaffing could put people's lives at risk.29 Nov 06:54 PM
New ZealandFire and Emergency NZ failed former rural firefighter by not giving him top job - ERABruce Janes’ job as a principal rural firefighter was disestablished during a restructure.29 Nov 06:00 AM
New ZealandFirefighters say lack of local plans causing training and resource issuesFENZ is locked in a long-running industrial dispute with firefighters over resourcing.24 Nov 12:48 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPeter Dunne: Can volunteer firefighters rely on us?OPINION: Former Internal Affairs minister puts the case to support our heroes.23 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Dysfunctional resources’: Leaks, mushrooms growing from walls of Auckland fire stationThe Balmoral fire station had recently undergone over $1m in renovations22 Nov 05:52 AM
New ZealandMother shakes head in court as son accused of hospital fire denied bailPsychiatric services can't care for man and police say no to bail so prison only option.22 Nov 02:33 AM
New ZealandVideo: Pair set fire to family-owned restaurant with fireworkIncredible video shows moment a pair attempted to burn down a popular Napier restaurant.13 Nov 03:41 AM
New ZealandNine fire trucks fighting blaze at car wreckers yardEmergency services were called to Taumarunui Auto Parts in Manunui early this morning.12 Nov 06:04 PM
New Zealand‘Extremely humbling’: NZ firefighters honoured for service in Australian bushfiresFenz, Army, Air Force and DoC personnel are among those honoured,11 Nov 04:30 AM
New Zealand'We all lost everything': Family's home 'burnt to the ground'"I just got a text message and it just said, 'hun, your house is on fire!!"10 Nov 04:42 PM
New ZealandFire blazes atop Te Mata PeakChris Morris watched a fire broke out on Te Mata Peak on Friday night. Video / SuppliedWatch04 Nov 06:49 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Final call for firework salesOPINION: Our editorial on an end to the annual Guy Fawkes carnage.04 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandTraffic back on the move on SH1 after crash north of AucklandEmergency services responded to a crash near Topuni, south of Kaiwaka.04 Nov 09:20 AM
